Pitcher's Arm Protection and Pitch Count
The pitcher's number one tool is their arm, and he/she should take reasonable precaution to protect it. Most important is proper warm-up. Warming up will loosen the muscles and lubricate the joints, and allow for greater extension with less strain. To help slow down the cooling and contraction of the muscles between innings, the pitcher should wear a jacket to keep warm. After pitching, the muscles will naturally contract and repair themselves for a few days. Applying ice to the arm and shoulder immediately after throwing for a period of about thirty minutes will speed up the contraction and reduce the swelling that naturally takes place. If at all possible, a starting pitcher who has thrown several innings should avoid throwing on the following day. Two full days without throwing is recommended to allow for proper recovery. Overall, the best remedy for a sore arm is rest.
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Week of June 28, 2010:
Logan completed the White Cap testing in early June and is looking forward to the Grey Cap testing night next week! Logan's favorite part of the Cambridge Minor Baseball Rally Cap Program is batting. Logan has been playing baseball for three years now.
Logan a complété le niveau blanc au début du mois de juin et il tentera d'atteindre le gris la semaine prochaine. La partie favorite de Logan dans le programme Rallye Cap du baseball mineur de Cambridge est la frappe. Logan joue au baseball depuis maintenant trois ans.
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